Russian Editor, Certifier & Translator (LSS) – Remote

Yorktown Systems Group; Washington; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking a qualified Reviewer/Editor/Certifier based in Washington, DC, to support the Department of Justice. The successful candidate must possess strong editing and translation skills with at least five years of relevant experience, and familiarity with legal terminology. This part-time position involves handling sensitive materials and necessitates a U.S. citizenship. The ideal candidate should also be proficient in Computer-Assisted Translation tools such as SDL Trados Studio.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in the required language.
• Superior skills in English and editing.
• Must have resided in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years.
• Experience working with a law enforcement and/or legal department.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proficient in legal, diplomatic, consultative, and casual vocabularies.

Responsibilities

• Translate various documents accurately without changes.
• Preserve tone and register of source material.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials.

Skills

Editing

Translation

Research and analytical skills

Using Computer-Assisted Translation tools

Knowledge of legal vocabulary

Tools

SDL Trados Studio

Job description

A language services provider is seeking a qualified Reviewer/Editor/Certifier based in Washington, DC, to support the Department of Justice. The successful candidate must possess strong editing and translation skills with at least five years of relevant experience, and familiarity with legal terminology. This part-time position involves handling sensitive materials and necessitates a U.S. citizenship. The ideal candidate should also be proficient in Computer-Assisted Translation tools such as SDL Trados Studio.